Finals Week Spaghetti Dinner
Officer Vazquez will be serving spaghetti to students in the Commons starting at 6pm. First come, first served!
Our Lady of Guadalupe Party
Come out to Karol’s Commons for some authentic Mexican food!
Immaculate Conception Mass & Party
For the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, join us for 7:00pm Mass - celebrated by Archbishop Lucas - followed by a party in the Commons!
Formal Attire | Hors d’oeuvres provided
Church History: The Contemporary Age
Brought to you by the Evangelium Institute’s Dcn Omar Gutierrez. No need to register, just come at 7 and bring a friend.
This 5-week series is entitled: Church History, Major Moments and Players. Learn about the way the Church has moved through the world and the different periods that make up the history of our Church.
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Missions Fair
Open to all college students! Come chat with representatives for summer and post-grad missions opportunities from:
The Culture Project
Totus Tuus
Seton Teaching Fellows
Life Teen
FOCUS
Church History: The Modern Age
Brought to you by the Evangelium Institute’s Dcn Omar Gutierrez. No need to register, just come at 7 and bring a friend.
This 5-week series is entitled: Church History, Major Moments and Players. Learn about the way the Church has moved through the world and the different periods that make up the history of our Church.
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Taco Tuesday
Tacos are best enjoyed with a friend. Bring someone with you!
📍Karol’s Commons
Church History: The Medieval Age
Brought to you by the Evangelium Institute’s Dcn Omar Gutierrez. No need to register, just come at 7 and bring a friend.
This 5-week series is entitled: Church History, Major Moments and Players. Learn about the way the Church has moved through the world and the different periods that make up the history of our Church.
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Heart Speaks to Heart Retreat
In the silence, God speaks.
Come away for a weekend to rest and pray. This retreat includes talks about growing in relationship with God, lots of time for prayer and solitude, and great meals!
Church History: The Patristic Age
Brought to you by the Evangelium Institute’s Dcn Omar Gutierrez. No need to register, just come at 7 and bring a friend.
This 5-week series is entitled: Church History, Major Moments and Players. Learn about the way the Church has moved through the world and the different periods that make up the history of our Church.
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Women's Vocation Night
For young adult and high school aged women.
Meet a variety of different religious orders and have a night of games, food, talks, swag, and prayer!
Church History: The First Generation
Brought to you by the Evangelium Institute’s Dcn Omar Gutierrez. No need to register, just come at 7 and bring a friend.
This 5-week series is entitled: Church History, Major Moments and Players. Learn about the way the Church has moved through the world and the different periods that make up the history of our Church.
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Newman Night
JPII Newman and the ArchOmaha Vocations office present: Newman Night! Open to all high school youth groups in the Omaha archdiocese, this event is a chance to hang out with other high school students and get a taste of what ministry in college looks like. Come to the St. John Paul II Newman Center from 7-9pm on Wednesday, October 23rd, for adoration, games, talks from Newman Center students, and some fun treats. We can't wait to see you there!
Check with your youth group leader to register, or get in touch with meg.collins@jpiiomaha.org for more information.
Vatican II, What Happened and Why? Session 4
Brought to you by the Evangelium Institute’s Evan Collins. No need to register, just come at 7 and bring a friend.
The series is a 4 week exposition about THE Council that has been so important to every Western Catholic’s life since its closing in 1965. Almost certainly what you’ve heard about the Council is either false or partly true. Come and learn the whole story.
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Fall 2024 Open House
Open to all! If you’re considering college in Omaha, or are curious about what the Newman Center has to offer, come stop by our Open House and let us show you! You’ll find a warm welcome and answers to any questions you may have, from staff and current students.
Feel free to come for 10:30 am Mass that morning and stay for coffee and donuts!
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Flannel Formal
Open to all college students! Music, line dancing, snacks, and fun in the JPII Newman courtyard.
Taco Tuesday
Tacos are best enjoyed with a friend. Bring someone with you!
📍Karol’s Commons
Vatican II, What Happened and Why? Session 3
Brought to you by the Evangelium Institute’s Evan Collins. No need to register, just come at 7 and bring a friend.
The series is a 4 week exposition about THE Council that has been so important to every Western Catholic’s life since its closing in 1965. Almost certainly what you’ve heard about the Council is either false or partly true. Come and learn the whole story.
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Archbishop's Open House for Vocations
Young men 15-30 are invited to attend the Archbishop’s Open House for Vocations, hosted by the JPII Newman Center.
Come for a meal, prayer, and to learn about the process of discernment.
To RSVP email vocations@archomaha.org or simply sign up through this link.
Vatican II, What Happened and Why? Session 2
Brought to you by the Evangelium Institute’s Evan Collins. No need to register, just come at 7 and bring a friend.
The series is a 4 week exposition about THE Council that has been so important to every Western Catholic’s life since its closing in 1965. Almost certainly what you’ve heard about the Council is either false or partly true. Come and learn the whole story.
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JPII Newman Family Day
JPII Newman Family Day is a free event for current college students and their families.
Vatican II, What Happened and Why? Session 1
Brought to you by the Evangelium Institute’s Evan Collins. No need to register, just come at 7 and bring a friend.
The series is a 4 week exposition about THE Council that has been so important to every Western Catholic’s life since its closing in 1965. Almost certainly what you’ve heard about the Council is either false or partly true. Come and learn the whole story.
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New Life Retreat
For college students new to the JPII Newman Community - come for a retreat weekend! Refresh your relationship with the Lord and learn about his presence in your life.
New Life is a retreat for new and incoming students! What you can expect: great peer-led talks and small group discussions, time for relaxation, great meals, and community!
The retreat will begin at 7:00 p.m. on September 20 and finish at 12:00 p.m. on September 22. Carpools will leave the JPII Newman Center on Friday at 4:00 and return to Newman around 2:30 p.m. on Sunday.
The cost is $30 and covers meals and lodging for the weekend and a free "Reach One" JPII Newman t-shirt.
Community Night: Scavenger Hunt
Grab your friends and make a team to explore Omaha! Prizes for the top two teams!
Community Night: S'mores Social
Join us for some delicious s’mores by the fire and yard games in the courtyard!
Taco Tuesday
Tacos are best enjoyed with a friend. Bring someone with you!
📍Karol’s Commons
Dynamic Duo Cornhole Competition
Join the Omaha FOCUS team in Aksarben Village for a cornhole competition! Bring a friend and dress as a dynamic duo!
There will be prizes given for best costume and the winners of the competition.